Get ready for a wild ride through time and space right in the heart of Morgan Hill, California! From September 27th to November 2nd, 2024, Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch is bringing together two things you never knew you needed: pumpkins and dinosaurs.

Jurassic Pumpkin: Where Fall Meets Prehistoric

Remember when pumpkin patches were just about picking a gourd and maybe getting lost in a corn maze? Well, forget all that. Spina Farms has decided to spice things up by adding a dash of prehistoric pizzazz to their annual fall festivities.

This year, they’re not just doubling down on the dino theme – they’re going all out. The farm has doubled its dinosaur herd, bringing back the crowd favorites from last year and introducing some new scaly friends. But wait, there’s more! Brace yourself for the debut of “Gourdzilla,” a massive 30-foot dinosaur that’s sure to make your Instagram followers green with envy.

Mazes and Trains, Oh My!

If navigating through prehistoric beasts isn’t enough of a challenge for you, Spina Farms has got you covered with their fantastic corn maze. It’s the perfect place to test your navigation skills or, let’s be honest, to pretend you’re in a corn-filled version of “Jurassic Park.”

And for those who prefer their adventures on rails, there’s good news. Spina Farms has added a third train to their Spina Express fleet. This means shorter lines and more time for fun – because nothing says “fall” quite like chugging through a pumpkin patch while keeping an eye out for T-Rexes.

Pumpkin Picking with a Side of Roar

Of course, at its heart, Spina Farms is still all about the pumpkins. The patch is a sea of orange, with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes waiting to be chosen for their forever homes (or at least until November). And if you’re feeling particularly feisty, you can even launch some gourds with the “pumpkin blasters” pumpkin cannons. It’s like playing angry birds but with real pumpkins!

Location, Location, Location

You’ll find all this fall fun at 225 Laguna Ave, Morgan Hill, CA. It’s in the beautiful Coyote Valley, an area that’s usually all about agriculture and nature conservation. But for a few weeks each year, it becomes the hotspot for pumpkin-dinosaur enthusiasts (a very niche but growing demographic).

The Details

Now, let’s talk logistics. The patch is open seven days a week, weather permitting. Admission to the pumpkin patch itself is free, but you’ll need to buy tickets for the attractions.

Parking is free Monday through Thursday, but on Fridays, it’ll cost you $10 (cash only). Weekends are prime time, so parking goes up to $20 (again, cash only). Consider it an investment in fall fun.

Food, Glorious Food

After all that dinosaur dodging and pumpkin picking, you’re bound to work up an appetite. Luckily, Spina Farms has expanded its menu for 2024. They promise “somethin’ on the menu for everyone,” which we can only hope means they’ve found a way to make pumpkin spice dinosaur nuggets a thing.

Fame and Glory

If you’re wondering whether this pumpkin-dino extravaganza is worth your time, just ask The Weather Channel. They dubbed Spina Farms “The Coolest Pumpkin Patch of the Year.” MSN.com got in on the action, too, calling it a “Pumpkin Patch Served with ‘Side of Dinosaur.'” It’s not every day you see “pumpkin patch” and “dinosaur” in the same sentence unless you’re reading a very confused child’s homework assignment.

The Spina Farms Experience

But what really makes Spina Farms special isn’t just the unique combo of pumpkins and prehistoric creatures. It’s the whole experience. Picture this: you’re surrounded by bright yellow sunflowers and marigolds, with a vibrant orange pumpkin pyramid in the distance. You hop on an old-fashioned hay ride, take a spin on the barrel ride (if you’re one of the “littles”), and then cap it off by picking the perfect pumpkin.

It’s the kind of place where memories are made, photos are taken (and immediately posted), and fall traditions are born. Just ask the locals – many of whom have been coming to Spina Farms for years, making it an annual pilgrimage of sorts.

So, whether you’re a pumpkin enthusiast, a dinosaur lover, or just someone who enjoys a good corn maze, Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch has something for you. It’s where fall meets the Jurassic period, where family traditions meet Instagram-worthy moments, and where, just maybe, you’ll find the perfect pumpkin to carve into a T-Rex.

Sources: visitmorganhill.org, spinafarmspumpkinpatch.com
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